as in birth
the act or instance of being born
my father and grandparents were proud observers of my nativity
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There is plenty of Christmas decor too, including nativity sets, angels, Santa Claus figures, and of course, nutcrackers.
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Penny Sadler, Contributor, CNBC, 2 Dec. 2024
Christmas Town at Creation Museum WHAT: Tour the dazzling garden of lights, reflect on the true meaning of the season at the live nativity, enjoy a special holiday dinner (available until 7 p.m.), see The Christmas Star Planetarium Show ($9, $6 for ages 5-10), children's playground and animals.
—Gege Reed, The Courier-Journal, 25 Nov. 2024
The merrymaking vibes are cemented with a glowing carousel, nativity scenes (belénes), and loads of handcrafted ornaments and gifts to choose from.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 20 Nov. 2024
Christmas in Davidson What to expect: Holiday light shows, a live nativity, live music, great food and holiday shopping in the town of Davidson.
—Alexis Clinton, Axios, 19 Nov. 2024
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Penny Sadler, Contributor, CNBC, 2 Dec. 2024
Christmas Town at Creation Museum WHAT: Tour the dazzling garden of lights, reflect on the true meaning of the season at the live nativity, enjoy a special holiday dinner (available until 7 p.m.), see The Christmas Star Planetarium Show ($9, $6 for ages 5-10), children's playground and animals.
—Gege Reed, The Courier-Journal, 25 Nov. 2024
The merrymaking vibes are cemented with a glowing carousel, nativity scenes (belénes), and loads of handcrafted ornaments and gifts to choose from.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 20 Nov. 2024
Christmas in Davidson What to expect: Holiday light shows, a live nativity, live music, great food and holiday shopping in the town of Davidson.
—Alexis Clinton, Axios, 19 Nov. 2024
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“Nativity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nativity. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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